And then: “…but obviously if I’m eating 1500 calories of junk instead of healthy food, my weight will be different.”

Or: “but I think the real problem is that I eat late at night.”

Or the absolute worst: “… but I’m telling you I barely eat anything and I’m not losing weight, I think I’m actually not eating enough.”

The next time you encounter a trainer, client, or anyone who doesn’t understand the first law of thermodynamics, please send them this article. The more we educate, the better equipped people will be to take control of their own health and fitness.

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Dani Singer is a Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist based in Baltimore, Maryland. As the owner and Fitness Director of Fit2Go Personal Training, his focus is on enhancing clients' quality of life through in-home personalized fitness programs. Keep up with Dani and his team on Facebook and at www.fit2gopt.com for tips on bettering your life through fitness.
Emma Green is a PhD candidate and certified Personal Trainer based in London, England. She is extremely passionate about providing individuals with evidence-based information to help them achieve their fitness goals. She currently works as an online fitness coach and freelance researcher/writer. You can keep up with Emma on her Facebook page and Instagram account.

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